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Hey there, logo enthusiasts! We sincerely hope you've had your daily dose of coffee because we're about to take a wild ride through the weird and wacky world of logo design fails (I mean, who doesn’t like funny things?). So Pandas, strap in, because we're about to showcase some examples where designers took 'thinking outside the box' a little too literally.

#1

Vermont Maple Syrup Logo

Vermont Maple Syrup Logo

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11 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I thought it was Canadians who had maple in their blood. And their urine...

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South Dakota’s Logo For A New Anti-Meth Campaign

South Dakota’s Logo For A New Anti-Meth Campaign

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#3

Ordered Jordan's Online. Got Fake Ones, Jordan Logo Has An A*s Crack. Wtf Lol

Ordered Jordan's Online. Got Fake Ones, Jordan Logo Has An A*s Crack. Wtf Lol

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But how do these unfortunate logos come to be, you may wonder? And more puzzling, how do they get past marketing teams and into the public eye? Well, usually one of the main reasons these logo fails occur is due to lack of research and planning. A well-designed logo requires a deep understanding of the brand, its values, target audience, industry trends, and things alike.

#4

iSmart's Logo Really Thew Me For A Second

iSmart's Logo Really Thew Me For A Second

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11 months ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

oh damn, it's upside down! i was like "how the hell is this ismart?" (at least is +jews and not -jews)

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#6

An Unfortunate Logo For A Fitness Center

An Unfortunate Logo For A Fitness Center

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Monday
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11 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Welp if I'm going to be fat forever I may as well skip the gym.

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It's not just about creating something visually pleasing (well, in the case of this post, perhaps this shouldn't be applied); it's about creating something that accurately represents the business and resonates with its consumers. When these factors aren't considered, you end up with logos that seem simply absurd or just highly inappropriate in context...

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#7

Unfortunate Placement Of The Facebook Logo

Unfortunate Placement Of The Facebook Logo

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#8

Logo Of My Local Doctor's Office

Logo Of My Local Doctor's Office

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#9

Don't Overthink This, It's Just A Handball Club Logo

Don't Overthink This, It's Just A Handball Club Logo

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11 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What state of mind would the person who made this had to have been in?

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Of course, another case for failure may be due to the design being reviewed in isolation without considering how it might be perceived in the real world, or it might be that those reviewing the logo are too close to the project to see potential problems. Like when you are working on something for such a long time that your perception of it becomes frazzled (especially if you don't get feedback on it).

#10

The Logo For The 1973 Archdiocese Youth Commission

The Logo For The 1973 Archdiocese Youth Commission

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#11

This Store Is Called Jupiter, Their Logo Is The Moon

This Store Is Called Jupiter, Their Logo Is The Moon

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#12

"Yes, A Hanged Family Would Make A Great Logo For Our Company"

"Yes, A Hanged Family Would Make A Great Logo For Our Company"

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So Pandas, with all of that out of the way, tell us, which of the failed design logo was your favorite and why? We will be looking forward to your answers both under the photos and the post itself.

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And remember, even if something doesn't turn out perfect on the first try, it's always possible to learn from the mistakes of others and make necessary adjustments. As these examples show, even the best of us can fail at times when working on something for far too long...

#13

This Logo Of A Turkish Water Brand. It Obviously Sucks

This Logo Of A Turkish Water Brand. It Obviously Sucks

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#15

Logo For A Children’s Hospital. Right Side Up Is A Man Juggling/Playing With Kids. Upside Down Is An Angry Man Stomping On Kids

Logo For A Children’s Hospital. Right Side Up Is A Man Juggling/Playing With Kids. Upside Down Is An Angry Man Stomping On Kids

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#16

Your Logo Designer Is Still Laughing

Your Logo Designer Is Still Laughing

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#17

I Just Feel Like Someone Should’ve Noticed How Bad The Logo Is

I Just Feel Like Someone Should’ve Noticed How Bad The Logo Is

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11 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is why we need more chicks making the important decisions out there. No way this would have passed otherwise!

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Bookworm
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11 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

'Someone' would probably have noticed if they had bothered to ask any women. Or any men who knew what a uterus looks like, for that matter.

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KDav
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11 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This reminds me of the sex ed episode of the original "Wonder Years."

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vos (they/she/he)
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11 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Why tf are these all penises tho?! Is it really that hard to see if something looks a little off in a logo you will spend so much money marketing?!

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Tiny Dancer
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11 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Hmmm. So, do you see a penis in this particular logo? Interesting. Oh, don't mind me, just taking my little notes, carry on.

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#18

This Dentist's Choice Of Logo Near My House

This Dentist's Choice Of Logo Near My House

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11 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You guys notice how most of these are in the boring corprate art style?

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#20

This Church Near My House Should Probably Rethink Their Logo

This Church Near My House Should Probably Rethink Their Logo

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#21

The Unfortunate Logo Of A Florists Near Me. I've Been Calling It Std's For Years. It's Sid's

The Unfortunate Logo Of A Florists Near Me. I've Been Calling It Std's For Years. It's Sid's

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11 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have a florist near me that has zebra finches in the shop. sometimes i stop by just to look at the little cuties.

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#23

The Logo For My Son’s IT Class At School

The Logo For My Son’s IT Class At School

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11 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It took me way too long to notice the penis, I just saw a computer mouse.

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#25

"Cass Toys" Didn't Think Their Logo Design Through Too Well

"Cass Toys" Didn't Think Their Logo Design Through Too Well

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#26

This Horrific Logo

This Horrific Logo

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11 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

To reach the optimum level of wellness, you must gain the ability to mutate into.......

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#27

This New Sushi Restaurant Logo Has A Racist Cra*py Design

This New Sushi Restaurant Logo Has A Racist Cra*py Design

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#28

This Kids Society Logo... The Bullet Holes Are An Interesting Touch

This Kids Society Logo... The Bullet Holes Are An Interesting Touch

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#29

Logo Is Having A Bad Case Of Diarrhea

Logo Is Having A Bad Case Of Diarrhea

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#30

This Bank Logo In My Hometown

This Bank Logo In My Hometown

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11 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Never ever separate the C and A in the word canal. It happens way too often.

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#31

Ontario’s Logo (Trillium Flower) Looks Like 3 Dudes In A Hot Tub

Ontario’s Logo (Trillium Flower) Looks Like 3 Dudes In A Hot Tub

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#32

Someone Paid Money For This To Be Their Sign And Logo/Mascot. I’m Convinced This Is Drug Lord’s Money Laundering Business

Someone Paid Money For This To Be Their Sign And Logo/Mascot. I’m Convinced This Is Drug Lord’s Money Laundering Business

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#33

This Pet Supplies Company's Logo Is Meant To Depict A Cat And A Dog, But What I See Is A Dead Bird

This Pet Supplies Company's Logo Is Meant To Depict A Cat And A Dog, But What I See Is A Dead Bird

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#34

Business Center Logo Looks Like A Guy Taking A Dump

Business Center Logo Looks Like A Guy Taking A Dump

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#35

They Really Need A New Logo

They Really Need A New Logo

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#36

Then Why Use The Recyclable Logo?

Then Why Use The Recyclable Logo?

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11 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

let's put this logo here to make the text difficult to read so folks will just see the logo and put their recyclables here.

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#37

Russian Bread Company Logo. Literally Cra**y Design

Russian Bread Company Logo. Literally Cra**y Design

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11 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Looks like the Edinburgh golden turd! https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/business/consumer/you-cant-polish-a-turd-but-you-can-clad-it-in-bronze-coloured-steel-3301450

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#38

My School's Logo Looks Like A Crying Face

My School's Logo Looks Like A Crying Face

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11 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Why did they have to draw the bodies like this?? There are literally so many other, more reasonable ways. Did they just want to be original or sthng?

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#39

Quite A Bizarre Logo

Quite A Bizarre Logo

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11 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The heck is this? The red F kind of looks terrified, blue F looks creepy like he knows what he’s doing and the C is just staring out into the distance because he doesn’t have a mouth so he can’t use the pacifier

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#40

This Logo Of A Bird Also Looks Like A Character Wearing A Hat Puking

This Logo Of A Bird Also Looks Like A Character Wearing A Hat Puking

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#41

Rodent Logo With Teeth Coming Out Of It's Nose Instead Of Mouth

Rodent Logo With Teeth Coming Out Of It's Nose Instead Of Mouth

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#43

This Backpack Logo

This Backpack Logo

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11 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Good morning, today could I please have 200g of your finest Sample Text? Oh and could I please buy a backpack with the Sample Text logo? Thx

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#44

This Logo Design By Square Enix

This Logo Design By Square Enix

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11 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Well as long as you are not allergic to polyester fiber it should be safe to use. So, have fun.

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#45

The Logo For Wheelchair Rugby Looks Like A Guy Falling Off A Wheelchair

The Logo For Wheelchair Rugby Looks Like A Guy Falling Off A Wheelchair

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#48

The Brazilian Cinematheque Logo

The Brazilian Cinematheque Logo

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#50

The New Logo Of My University

The New Logo Of My University

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11 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

to pass the entrance exam one must decipher the code to prove one's intellectual skills and patience. they award scholarships to those that can do it in under 1 hour.

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#51

Client: So For My Logo I Want A Bird, The Moon, And A Toilet. Designer: I Mean Ok, But Are You Sure, It'll Look A Bit Odd? Client: Yes

Client: So For My Logo I Want A Bird, The Moon, And A Toilet. Designer: I Mean Ok, But Are You Sure, It'll Look A Bit Odd? Client: Yes

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#54

I Always Thought My Old High School's Logo Was An Abomination. (It's Supposed To Read Bhs)

I Always Thought My Old High School's Logo Was An Abomination. (It's Supposed To Read Bhs)

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#55

This Graphic Design Company Sabotaged Themselves From The Very Start With One Of The Worst Logos Of All Time

This Graphic Design Company Sabotaged Themselves From The Very Start With One Of The Worst Logos Of All Time

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#56

New England Airways’ Logo Just Looks Like Paint Chipping Off The Tail

New England Airways’ Logo Just Looks Like Paint Chipping Off The Tail

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11 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It’s Block Island! But it’s true, it does look like the paint peeled off unless you’re familiar with that particular part of Rhode Island.

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#57

Saw This Terrifying Logo Today

Saw This Terrifying Logo Today

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#58

If Only There Was A Letter In The Logo That Looked Like A Dollar $ign

If Only There Was A Letter In The Logo That Looked Like A Dollar $ign

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#59

"Let’s Put The Logos Behind The Buttons"

"Let’s Put The Logos Behind The Buttons"

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#60

The New Logo For Arhus University

The New Logo For Arhus University

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#61

Instead Of Using The University’s Logo To Replace The “C” In Central, They Just Kind Of Threw It On There

Instead Of Using The University’s Logo To Replace The “C” In Central, They Just Kind Of Threw It On There

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#62

This Logo Is Actually Kind Of Sad

This Logo Is Actually Kind Of Sad

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#63

Youtube Sports Logo Looks Like Biohazard Warning Logo

Youtube Sports Logo Looks Like Biohazard Warning Logo

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11 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I dunno, you ever smelled the boys locker room at high school after a game? Might just be pretty accurate.

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#65

This Idiotic Logo For An Eyewear Store. Music Notes? What?

This Idiotic Logo For An Eyewear Store. Music Notes? What?

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#66

The Clothing Company “Stay Wear” Encourages People To Stay Who They Are... And Uses The The Mathematical Symbol For Change In Their Logo

The Clothing Company “Stay Wear” Encourages People To Stay Who They Are... And Uses The The Mathematical Symbol For Change In Their Logo

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11 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Why would you want to stay who you are? You're supposed to grow and change as a person! If you're the same as you were ten years ago, you're doing it wrong.

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#67

I Hate This Logo So Muc H…

I Hate This Logo So Muc H…

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11 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

omg I love that place, they have the best blood baths and their weekly summoning rituals are to DIE FOR. 5/5

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#68

My Hometown’s New Logo Which Cost Them $97,000

My Hometown’s New Logo Which Cost Them $97,000

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11 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The 90s are calling and they want their web designer back

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#69

When A 6 Year Old Designs Your "Signature" Logo

When A 6 Year Old Designs Your "Signature" Logo

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#70

Actual Logo For A Mexican Restaurant In My Town

Actual Logo For A Mexican Restaurant In My Town

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Olivia Lisbon
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11 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

His hat looks like a thin steak with a hole in the middle to accommodate his massive bald head. At least that explains his facial expression, but if it makes him happy, who am I to judge?

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#71

The Actual Logo Of A School Near Me

The Actual Logo Of A School Near Me

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#72

The Most Redundant Logo Ever? Baked Goodies Were Delicious Though

The Most Redundant Logo Ever? Baked Goodies Were Delicious Though

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#73

My Glasses Have An Oakley’s Logo In The Bottom Left Lens. I Frequently Think There Is A Smudge On My Glasses, But Nope!

My Glasses Have An Oakley’s Logo In The Bottom Left Lens. I Frequently Think There Is A Smudge On My Glasses, But Nope!

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Olivia Lisbon
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11 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

When I was 10, I picked my first pair of glasses for one reason only: the Snoopy sticker on the left lens. No one told me that was coming off when they fitted the prescription lenses..

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#75

Gin Ooo Ng - Even Trying I Can't Make This Logo Work

Gin Ooo Ng - Even Trying I Can't Make This Logo Work

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11 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Hah, this place is just off Carnaby street in London. They make a great lychee martini

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#76

Let's Try The Logo Upside Down, It's Gonna Be So Edgy

Let's Try The Logo Upside Down, It's Gonna Be So Edgy

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#77

A Logo Including A Globe Where Greenland, Iceland And The UK Have Decided To Fly Away Into The Arctic

A Logo Including A Globe Where Greenland, Iceland And The UK Have Decided To Fly Away Into The Arctic

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#78

Stutterstock's Logo Looks Better Than Ours Anyway

Stutterstock's Logo Looks Better Than Ours Anyway

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#80

Cafe Logo: Halfcup Brunch

Cafe Logo: Halfcup Brunch

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#83

If It Were Level With Karma I'd Feel Better, But There's No Way To Balance This Logo

If It Were Level With Karma I'd Feel Better, But There's No Way To Balance This Logo

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#84

Prints Company Logo On "Transparent" Background

Prints Company Logo On "Transparent" Background

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#85

Delivery Company Copied Their Logo Too, But From Ie And FedEx

Delivery Company Copied Their Logo Too, But From Ie And FedEx

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11 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Copied from Fedex is a strong word... What makes the FEDEX logo is the arrow formed by the whitespace (negative space) between the E and the X - They didn't copy it, because they were trying to cram in the Exxon logo as well !!!!!! Here is an explainer I made (too much time on my hands!) mix-646ccc...a96d40.jpg mix-646ccc1a96d40.jpg

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The Atheist Monument In Florida. All Of That Money Spent And Nobody Thought To Center The Logo

The Atheist Monument In Florida. All Of That Money Spent And Nobody Thought To Center The Logo

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Paul Neff
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11 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Looks like the logo was too large to properly fit. This is poor design scaling. Possibly a pro-theistic form of protest, but unprofessional if so.

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